A distinguished exhibition catalogue presenting exceptional African sculptures from the private collection of Ernst and Ruth Anspach. This volume documents masks, figures, and ritual objects from diverse African cultures, showcasing the Anspachs' discerning eye for sculptural quality and aesthetic power. Published during a pivotal period in the appreciation of African art in the West, this catalogue captures an important moment in private collecting when connoisseurs were assembling collections that would influence museums and scholarship. The book provides documentation of significant pieces and reflects mid-1960s approaches to understanding and presenting African art. Essential for collectors, art historians, and scholars interested in both African sculptural traditions and the history of African art collecting and connoisseurship in America.
Small booklet
32 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.
A distinguished exhibition catalogue presenting exceptional African sculptures from the private collection of Ernst and Ruth Anspach. This volume documents masks, figures, and ritual objects from diverse African cultures, showcasing the Anspachs' discerning eye for sculptural quality and aesthetic power. Published during a pivotal period in the appreciation of African art in the West, this catalogue captures an important moment in private collecting when connoisseurs were assembling collections that would influence museums and scholarship. The book provides documentation of significant pieces and reflects mid-1960s approaches to understanding and presenting African art. Essential for collectors, art historians, and scholars interested in both African sculptural traditions and the history of African art collecting and connoisseurship in America.
Small booklet
32 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.